VIDEO Q&A for Subscribers: February 2026

Ben and Mike answer questions from subscribers about transitioning from cash basis to accrual basis accounting, the ideal Board size for a new nonprofit organization, how to avoid falling behind in the budget preparation process, and tips for keeping the Board of Directors focused on strategy rather than minutiae.

CHAPTERS

00:00 - Intro

00:30 - Why transition from cash basis accounting to accrual basis

06:00 - Timing considerations when switching to accrual basis accounting

09:45 - Determining the ideal Board size for a new nonprofit organization

17:02 - How to avoid falling behind in the budget preparation process

23:54 - Tips for keeping the Board of Directors focused on strategy and the big picture rather than minutiae

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